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On the Campaign Trail - October 10, 2019

Wed, 10/09/2019 - 8:50amadmin

Angela Black Drake picks up two endorsements for City Council District 1 race

The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee endorsed Angela Black Drake for City Council District 1. The Chamber’s website announcing the endorsement described Drake as: “Running in her first election; Personal and professional experience on both Daniel Island and in the Ansonborough neighborhood; Strong proponent of transit and attainable housing.”

Drake also picked up an endorsement from the Lowcountry Livability PAC.

Drake said on her campaign Facebook page, “Very proud to be endorsed by The Lowcountry Livability PAC! Thank you for the support.”

International Longshoreman Association endorses Gary White for Mayor

In late September, the International Longshoreman Association announced its endorsement of Gary White for mayor. White said he was honored to have the ILA endorsement and noted, “One of the most valuable and appreciated endorsements an official running for office in Charleston can hope for is that of the International Longshoreman Association. The ILA is an extremely important component of Charleston’s social and commercial life. I’m so proud to be the recipient of this honor and will do my best to prove worthy of your trust.”

Mike Seekings campaigns at Dockery’s

Mike Seekings made it two nights in a row campaigning on Daniel Island last week. On Monday night, he participated in the Daniel Island Neighborhood Association Mayoral Forum and on Tuesday he was a Dockery’s for a Daniel Island installment of his “Open Mike Night” series. Seekings connected with Daniel Islanders and fielded questions.